71 Twin Ski

[cancan]

Just bought a 71 Ski Twin 40 hp...Model 40152B...Guy that sold it to me said it won't keep a charge on the battery...Where should I start...Thanks...

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

horse power, most of those motors did not charge the battery. you had to charge them at home before you go.

 

[cancan]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

This is a 40 horse...

 

[1946Zephyr]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

A 40hp? You sure that it isn't a Ski Twin?

 

[cancan]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Yes sorry I got the name backwards...Its a Ski Twin 40 hp... model #40152b..

 

[1946Zephyr]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Nice old motors. I believe this is the model that had the single wall leg on it.

You can actually get generators for these motors. It's not a real cheap investment, but a generator and a voltage regulator will set up a charging system in your boat. I actually did it on an older 40 that I had. I bought all my workings at a salvage yard.

 

[cancan]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Sounds interesting..I have found an old guy with a treasure trove of old boats, motors, parts etc...If you could give me an idea what to look for I'll take a trip out to see him...Thanks

 

[1946Zephyr]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

You'll want the flywheel (with the belt drive teeth in it), the belt, generator (which mounts on the left side of the motor, opposite of the starter and a voltage regulator. Your wiring harness may possibly already be wired for the charging system.

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

looking at the 1971 40 hp diagrams and parts list. i see no charing system on any of the model. http://shop2.evinrude.com/ext/index.aspx?s1=86d3d72aeba35dacbc349b439cb45104

 

[cancan]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Thanks for the info...Been waiting for an excuse to go visit the old guys place, always enjoy his stories...

 

[F_R]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Go to the electronic parts catalog at http://shop.evinrude.com/ Select "OB Accessories" from the drop-down box where it defaults to Evinrude. Then 1972 (as far back as they go). Then "Generator Kit Electric Starting 40hp". You will see all the required goodies.

 

[tx1961whaler]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

There really isn't a reason to have a generator on those motors. They do not require a battery to run; the battery is only used for the starter. A charged up deep-cycle will be good for a weekend of constant boating..

 

[KB1]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Just bought a 71 Ski Twin 40 hp...Model 40152B...Guy that sold it to me said it won't keep a charge on the battery...Where should I start...Thanks...

He is correct, it won't. Had the same engine (40153g)

Charge at home before you go. That's the last thing you do w/ a boat before you leave home. If it won't start, no need to ruin your day MORE than finding out before you slip over the 2" ball!!!!

 

[tashasdaddy]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

heck, they aren't that bad to rope start, if properly tuned.

 

[cancan]

Re: 71 Twin Ski

Thanks for all the input guys....Will probably be back soon with more questions as i'm still fairly new to the boating world...